INSTRUCTION MANUAL Thank you for your purchase of this Citizen watch. Before using the watch, read this instruction manual carefully to ensure correct use. After reading the manual, store it in a safe place for future reference. Be sure to visit the Citizen website at http://www.citizenwatch-global.com/ . Here you will find a variety of information such as electronic setting guides, answers to frequently asked questions, Eco-Drive recharging information and more.
To check the movement number Engraving position example A case number—4 alphanumeric characters and 6 or more alphanumeric characters—is engraved on the case back. (Figure on the right) The first 4 characters of the case number represent the movement number of the watch. In the example The engraving position may on the right, “ ” is the movement number. differ depending on watch model.
1 Safety precautions — IMPORTANT This manual contains instructions that should be strictly followed at all times not only for optimal use, but to prevent any injuries to yourself, other persons or property. We encourage you to read the entire booklet (especially, pages 74 to 85) and understand the meaning of the following symbols: ■ Safety advisories are categorized and depicted in this manual as follows:
DANGER Highly likely to cause death or serious injury.
WARNING Can cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION Can or will cause minor or moderate injury or damage.
2 Safety precautions ■ Important instructions are categorized and depicted in this manual as follows: (Following symbols are examples of Pictograms.)
Warning (caution) symbol followed by prohibited matters.
Warning (caution) symbol followed by instructions that should be followed or precautions that should be observed.
3 Features
Satellite Wave-GPS • Eco-Drive Receives location and time Never needs a new battery. information sent from GPS satellites This watch is fueled by light. and adjusts the time and calendar on • World time the watch automatically. Indicates the time around the world by choosing one of 40 time zones. Light-Level Indicator • ±5-second average monthly Indicates current power generation accuracy amount in 7 levels. Keeps high accuracy without It can be used as a reference for time signal reception. choosing a good charging place. • Perpetual calendar No need for monthly and leap-year date correction until February 28, 2100.
* “Eco-Drive” is an original technology of Citizen. 4 CONTENTS Before using this watch...... 7 Setting the world time. . . . . 24 Band adjustment...... 8 Obtaining location information Protective stickers...... 8 from satellite signal...... 31 How to use a specially designed Setting the time zone crown/button...... 9 manually...... 33 Receiving time Component identification. . . 11 information ...... 34 Charging your watch...... 12 Checking the previous Checking the current power reception result of the satellite reserve and power generation signal...... 42 amount...... 18 Switching daylight saving time and standard time...... 44
5 CONTENTS Information on satellite signal Eco-Drive watch handling reception...... 46 precautions ...... 74 Checking and adjusting leap Water resistance...... 76 second setting...... 52 Precautionary items and usage Checking and adjusting the limitations...... 78 rollover number setting. . . . 55 Specifications ...... Adjusting the time and calendar 86 manually...... 58 Checking and correcting the reference position...... 62 Troubleshooting...... 66
6 Before using this watch After unpacking, the following must be done before using the watch: 1 Checking the current power reserve (page 12) 2 Setting the world time (page 24) 3 Receiving the satellite signal (page 46)
This watch has a rechargeable cell which is charged by exposing the dial to light. Expose the dial to direct sunlight regularly to charge the watch. For details of charging, see pages 12. • Especially, satellite signal reception is power-consuming. Be sure to keep your watch sufficiently charged.
7 Before using this watch Band adjustment We recommend seeking the assistance of an experienced watch technician for sizing of your watch. If adjustment is not done correctly, the bracelet may unexpectedly become detached leading to loss of your watch or injury. Consult your nearest authorized Citizen service center. Protective stickers Be sure to remove any protective stickers that may be on your watch (case back, band, clasp, etc.). Otherwise, perspiration or moisture may enter the gaps between the protective stickers and the parts, which may result in a skin rash and/or corrosion of the metal parts.
8 Before using this watch How to use a specially designed crown/button Some models are equipped with a specially designed crown and/or push button to prevent accidental operation. Screw down crown/button Unlock the crown/button prior to operate your watch. Unlock Lock
Push the crown in to the case. With gentle pressure Rotate the crown Screw down towards the case, rotate counterclockwise until crown the crown clockwise to it releases from the case. secure it to the case. Be sure to tighten firmly.
Rotate the locking screw Rotate the locking screw Screw down counterclockwise, and clockwise, and tighten push button loosen until it stops. firmly.
9 Before using this watch Recessed button Use a thing with a thin end to press and release the button. • Metal objects may cause marring or scratching of the button.
10 Component identification
RX-TME/RX-GPS: Reception-in-progress indication OK/NO: Reception result indication Button Minute Hour hand hand
Function hand Crown • Day indication Date • Power reserve level indication scale (5 levels) • Daylight saving time Button (SMT ON/OFF)
Place name/ Second time zone hand • The illustrations in this instruction manual may differ from the actual appearance of your watch. • A solar cell is under the dial. 11 Charging your watch This watch has a rechargeable cell which is charged by exposing the dial to light, such as direct sunlight or fluorescent lamps (refer to page 16 for charging guidelines). For optimal performance, be sure to: • Put the watch in a location where the dial is exposed to bright light such as by the window even when it is not used. • Expose its dial to direct sunlight for 5 or 6 hours at least every half-a-month. • Avoid leaving it in dark places for long periods of time.
12 Charging your watch
CAUTION • This watch contains a large-capacity rechargeable cell for performing power- consuming satellite signal reception. This large capacity cell takes more time to charge than those found in other Eco-Drive watches. • If the surrounding temperature falls below 0°C (32°F) or exceeds 40°C (104°F), the “Charge suspension temperature detection function” will activate and charging will not be possible. • Do not charge the watch at a high temperature (about 60°C (140°F) or higher) as doing so may cause movement malfunction. • If the watch is obscured from light by long sleeves frequently, supplemental charging may be needed to ensure continual operation. • The watch stops charging automatically after finishing (overcharging prevention function). The function prevents damage to performance of the watch and rechargeable cell due to overcharging.
13 Charging your watch When the watch reaches a low charge state (insufficient charge warning function) When the power reserve becomes low, the second hand moves once every two seconds. This is the insufficient charge warning function. Be sure to fully charge your watch as outlined on page 16. • When the watch is sufficiently charged, the second hand will move normally. • If you do not charge the watch for 5 days or longer after the insufficient charge warning movement has begun, the watch will be depleted of all power and stop. CAUTION • If you do not charge the watch for 30 days after it has stopped, recharging will not be possible (over discharge detection function). Consult your nearest authorized Citizen service center if no hands start to move even after charging a stopped watch for one day or more exposing to direct sunlight.
14 Charging your watch During the insufficient charge warning state The time and date is indicated correctly. Operations below are available: • Checking power generation amount • Setting the world time • Adjusting the time and calendar manually You cannot execute operations other than above such as obtainment of location information or reception of satellite signals.
15 Charging your watch Charging time by environment Below are the approximate charging times when exposing to light continuously. Please use this table as a reference only. Charging time (approx ). Environment Illuminance (lx) To start working To become fully To work for one day normally when the charged when the cell cell is discharged is discharged Outdoors (sunny) 100 000 3 minutes 4.5 hours 30 hours Outdoors (cloudy) 10 000 25 minutes 45 hours 300 hours 20 cm (8 inches) away from a fluorescent lamp 3 000 1.5 hours 160 hours 1040 hours (30 W) Interior lighting 500 7.5 hours − − • Exposing to direct sunlight is recommended to charge your watch. A fluorescent lamp or interior lighting does not have sufficient illumination to charge the rechargeable cell efficiently. 16 Charging your watch Power save function The hour, minute, and second hands stop automatically to save power as 3 days passed after stopping power generation. • The watch is still running internally to keep the time and calendar correctly even after the power save function has activated. • The power save function does not activate when the position of the crown is or . • The power save status ends and the hands return to indicate the current time as the watch is operated or the dial is exposed to light and power generation starts. Duration without additional charging after charging the watch fully About 2 years in normal use. • When receiving time signals every 6 days. • The watch will keep running internally for up to 7 years with the power save function.
17 Charging your watch Checking the current power reserve and power generation amount Always care about the current power reserve and charging environment of the watch to be sure it is charged sufficiently. Indication of power generation amount in levels 0 Indication of power reserve 1 in levels 4 2 3
2 3
1 4 Function hand 0 5 Hour, minute and 6 second hands 18 Charging your watch 1 Push the crown in to position . 2 Press and release the upper right button . The power reserve and power generation amount at the moment of pressing the button are indicated in levels. • Power reserve level: page 20 • Level of power generation amount: page 22 3 Press and release the upper right button to finish the procedure . The hands returns to current time indication. • They returns to current time indication automatically in about 10 seconds.
19 Charging your watch Indication of power reserve in levels Level 4 3 2 1 0
Power reserve level scale
Duration 5 months - 5 days or 24 - 19 months 19 - 14 months 14 - 5 months (approx .) 5 days shorter Insufficient Power reserve Power reserve Power reserve is OK. charge warning is sufficient. is getting low. Meaning has started. OK for normal use Charge immediately.
20 Charging your watch
CAUTION • At the level 0, the second hand starts to move once every two seconds (insufficient charge warning function, page 14). Some functions become unavailable while the function is activated. For details, see page 15. • The function hand points to “OFF” and does not indicate the level of power reserve when temperature of the watch is too high or too low. (non-chargeable state) Check it again at a location of suitable temperature.
21 Charging your watch Indication of power generation amount in levels The level of power generation amount means power being generated by the solar cell represented in 7 levels (0 - 6).
Level 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Level scale of power generation amount
Sufficient power Charge in a brighter location where the level of power Meaning generation for generation amount reaches “5” or “6”. charging.
22 Charging your watch
CAUTION • The level of power generation amount indicated is that of the moment you engage this function. The level indication does not reflect any change in power generation after engaging this function. • The level may vary even under the same brightness due to the entry angle of light to the dial of the watch or other elements. The level may also vary depending on difference of models. • The indication level “6” of power generation amount corresponds to generation in cloudy outdoors (about 10 000 lx illuminance) or a brighter location. • Use the level of power generation shown as general reference only.
23 Setting the world time This watch can indicate the time around the world according to which of 40 time zones (offsets from UTC—Coordinated Universal Time) is chosen. You can set offsets from UTC through any of the two ways below. Method What to set Obtaining location information A time zone is set automatically and time and from satellite signal (page 31) calendar are adjusted based on the chosen zone. Setting the time zone manually (page 33) A time zone is chosen manually.
• Daylight saving time information is not contained in the satellite signal. Adjust the setting manually before and after the daylight saving time period (page 44).
24 Setting the world time How to read indication of the world time setting The watch has 40 time zone markers with several representative area names. A time zone is set by pointing the second hand at one of the markers.
In the illustration on the left, the second hand Time zone markers points to 28 seconds and time zone setting is “+11.5”. • Time zones are represented by offsets from UTC. • Time zone markers and area names may differ from the illustration in some models.
Representative area names Second hand
25 Setting the world time Table of time zones and representative places • Countries or regions may change time zones for various reasons. (Based on information as of January 2015) Time zone Second hand Area name Representative area 0 0 sec. LON London +1 2 sec. PAR Paris +2 4 sec. ATH Athens +3 6 sec. RUH Riyadh +3.5 7 sec. — Tehran +4 8 sec. DXB Dubai +4.5 9 sec. — Kabul +5 10 sec. KHI Karachi +5.5 12 sec. DEL Delhi +5.75 13 sec. — Kathmandu
26 Setting the world time
Time zone Second hand Area name Representative area +6 14 sec. DAC Dhaka +6.5 15 sec. — Yangon +7 16 sec. BKK Bangkok +8 18 sec. BJS (HKG) Beijing/Hong Kong +8.75 20 sec. — Eucla +9 21 sec. TYO Tokyo +9.5 23 sec. ADL Adelaide +10 25 sec. SYD Sydney +10.5 26 sec. — Lord Howe Island +11 27 sec. NOU Noumea +11.5 28 sec. — Norfolk Island +12 29 sec. AKL Auckland +12.75 31 sec. — Chatham Islands
27 Setting the world time
Time zone Second hand Area name Representative area +13 32 sec. TBU Nuku‘alofa +14 34 sec. — Kiritimati -12 36 sec. — Baker Island -11 38 sec. MDY Midway -10 40 sec. HNL Honolulu -9.5 41 sec. — Marquesas Islands -9 42 sec. ANC Anchorage -8 44 sec. LAX Los Angeles -7 46 sec. DEN Denver -6 48 sec. CHI Chicago -5 50 sec. NYC Ne w York -4.5 51 sec. — Caracas -4 52 sec. SCL Santiago -3.5 53 sec. — St. John’s 28 Setting the world time
Time zone Second hand Area name Representative area -3 54 sec. RIO Rio de Janeiro -2 56 sec. FEN Fernando de Noronha -1 58 sec. PDL Azores
29 Setting the world time • The offsets in the table are based on the standard time. • When choosing a time zone for a country or area that observes summer time during the summer period, first apply its time zone then activate the summer time setting (page 44).
30 Setting the world time Obtaining location information from satellite signal It is recommended to receive the satellite signals outdoors with the wide-open sky. For details, see “Information on satellite signal reception” (page 46). A time zone is set automatically by obtaining location information and time and calendar are consequently adjusted based on the chosen zone. • It may take 30 seconds - 2 minutes to obtain location information. 1 Push the crown in to position . 2 Press and hold the upper right button until the second hand points “RX-GPS” (about 4 seconds) . The current time zone setting is indicated and signal reception starts.
31 Setting the world time After finishing the reception, the second hand indicates the new setting and returns to indicate the second. • To cancel the reception, press and hold any button until the second hand returns to indicate the second. About obtaining location information The time zone may not set appropriately when location information is obtained in a border of time zones, even if the information is correct. • You can also execute time zone setting manually. (page 33)
32 Setting the world time Setting the time zone manually
1 Pull the crown out to position . The second hand indicates the current time zone and the function hand indicates the daylight saving time setting (page 44). 2 Rotate the crown to choose a time zone . Time indication changes. • See also “How to read indication of the world time setting” on page 25 and “Table of time zones and representative areas” on page 26 for time zone setting. 3 Push the crown in to position to finish the procedure . The second hand returns to indicate the second.
33 Receiving time information
It is recommended to receive the satellite signals outdoors with the wide-open sky. For details, see “Information on satellite signal reception” (page 46). You can use the three types of reception below to receive time information. You can also check the result of the previous reception (success or fail). (page 42) Type Use Time required (approx .)
Time reception Normal reception for time 3 - 30 seconds (page 36) and calendar adjustment
Leap second reception Reception when the leap 36 seconds - 13 minutes (page 38) second has been updated
Automatic time reception Reception executed (page 40) automatically when some 3 - 30 seconds conditions are fulfilled.
34 Receiving time information • Location information is not obtained while receiving time information. Execute world time setting (page 24) beforehand.
35 Receiving time information Time reception (time required: about 3 - 30 seconds) Reception for time and calendar adjustment. • It may take more time for reception when difference in time is large or calendar was set manually.
1 Push the crown in to position . 2 Press and hold the lower right button until the second hand points “RX-TME” (about 2 seconds) . The previous reception result is first indicated and signal reception starts. • To cancel the reception, press and hold any button until the second hand returns to normal movement.
36 Receiving time information After finishing reception, the second hand indicates the reception result (page 42) for 2 seconds and returns to normal movement. When the time or calendar is incorrect even after successful reception Check the settings of world time (page 24) and daylight saving time (page 44). If the time or calendar is still incorrect after that, execute leap second reception (page 38). The leap second may be updated. • Daylight saving time information is not contained in the satellite signal.
37 Receiving time information Leap second reception (time required: about 36 seconds - 13 minutes) Reception to be executed when the leap second has been updated. • You can also execute leap second setting manually. (page 52)
1 Push the crown in to position . 2 Press and hold the lower right button for 7 seconds . Reception starts after the second hand points “RX-TME” and turn fully around to points “RX-TME” again. • To cancel the reception, press and hold any button until the second hand returns to normal movement.
38 Receiving time information After finishing reception, the second hand indicates the reception result (page 42) for 2 seconds and returns to normal movement. When the time or calendar is incorrect even after successful reception Check the settings of world time (page 24) and daylight saving time (page 44). • Daylight saving time information is not contained in the satellite signal.
39 Receiving time information Automatic time reception The watch starts time reception automatically when the conditions below are fulfilled: • The watch has not received satellite signals for 6 or more days. • The watch dial is being exposed to strong direct sunlight for 20 seconds or more. • The time on it is between 6:00AM and 6:00PM. • The second hand does not move in two-second interval (page 14).
40 Receiving time information About automatic time reception Automatic time reception may be delayed in the following cases: • The second hand started to move once every two seconds (insufficient charge warning) after the last time reception. Automatic time reception is executed 6 days or more after the insufficient charge warning stopped by charging the watch. • Time zone setting was changed. Automatic time reception is executed 6 days or more after the moment of the changing of the setting.
41 Receiving time information Checking the previous reception result of the satellite signal 1 Push the crown in to position . 2 Press and release the lower right button . The previous reception result is indicated.
OK Reception was successful.
NO Reception failed.
• The indication shows the result of the last reception, regardless types of received information or information of location or time.
42 Receiving time information 3 Press and release the lower right button to finish the procedure . The hands returns to current time indication. • They returns to current time indication automatically in about 10 seconds. About the reception result The previous reception result is stored for 6 days and “NO” is indicated after that.
43 Switching daylight saving time and standard time Daylight saving time is a system adopted in some countries/areas to gain an extra daylight during summer. This watch can display the daylight saving time or the standard time according to the area selected for world time. • Daylight saving time information is not contained in the satellite signal. Adjust the setting manually before and after the daylight saving time period. • The daylight saving time period varies depending on the country or area. • The daylight saving time rules may change depending on the country or area.
44 Switching daylight saving time and standard time 1 Pull the crown out to position . The second hand indicates the current world time setting and the function hand indicates the current daylight saving time setting. 2 Press and release the lower right button . SMT ON SMT OFF
The daylight saving time is The standard time is indicated. indicated. • Each time you press the button, ON and OFF changes alternately. 3 Push the crown in to position to finish the procedure . The second hand returns to indicate the second.
45 Information on satellite signal reception This watch receives time information from satellites to indicate the time and calendar. It also obtains location information from them to indicate time appropriate in the area where it is actually used. For receiving the satellite signal Satellite signal reception is power-consuming. Be sure your watch has a sufficient charge before executing reception. • This watch keeps moving in average monthly accuracy of ±5 seconds even without receiving the satellite signal. • Use the function to see the result of the previous reception (success or fail) (page 42) effectively to try to execute reception in best frequency.
46 Information on satellite signal reception Cautions regarding receiving the satellite signal Do not perform signal reception while operating a vehicle as doing so is extremely dangerous. • If the second hand is moving once every two seconds (insufficient charge warning function), you cannot perform satellite signal reception. Charge the watch sufficiently before attempting signal reception. • Even when this watch receives the signal successfully, the accuracy of the displayed time will be dependent on the reception environment and internal processing.
47 Information on satellite signal reception
• The automatic correction feature of this watch is supported until 28/2/2100. • Summer time information is not contained in the satellite signal. Adjust the setting manually before and after the summer time period. (page 44)
48 Information on satellite signal reception When receiving the satellite signal As shown in the picture below, make sure you are in an area with few surrounding trees, buildings, or other objects which may obstruct the satellite signal. Face the dial towards the sky and perform signal reception. • For successful reception there should be a clear view of the sky as depicted in the illustration when attempting to receive the satellite signal. • Reception may fail due to the positions of satellites when you try to receive their signals.
49 Information on satellite signal reception Receiving signals indoors near a window Place the watch near a window with a wide view of the sky and orient the dial in an obliquely upward direction to the sky. • Signal reception from some satellites is required for obtaining location information. It is possible that location information cannot be obtained while time information can be received in the same place. Outdoor signal reception is recommended for obtaining location information. • It may be difficult to receive satellite signals through special types of window glass.
50 Information on satellite signal reception Poor reception areas It may be difficult to receive the satellite signal under certain environmental conditions or in certain areas. Nearby objects which emit magnetism or Areas with obstructions above the watch electrical interference • Indoors or underground • High-voltage electric cables, railway lines / • Areas surrounded by tall buildings or trees overhead cables, airports, and transmission • When the weather is cloudy or rainy, or facilities. during a thunderstorm • Electrical appliances and OA equipment etc. • Mobile telephones in the process of calling/ transmitting • Mobile telephone base stations etc.
51 Checking and adjusting leap second setting This watch displays the time by applying the leap second to the International Atomic Time information received from satellites. The leap second may be applied once per some years and the leap second setting on the watch must be adjusted each time it applied. • The leap second setting can be adjusted by executing leap second reception (page 38). It can also be set manually. You can find a list of leap seconds at the homepage of IERS (INTERNATIONAL EARTH ROTATION & REFERENCE SYSTEMS SERVICE). http://hpiers.obspm.fr/eop-pc/earthor/utc/TAI-UTC_tab.html
52 Checking and adjusting leap second setting 1 Pull the crown out to position . The second hand points to the 0 second. 2 Press and hold upper right button for 2 seconds or more . Using 0 minute/second position as the starting point, the minute and second hands indicate the leap second setting. When the leap second setting is When the leap second setting is “-36 seconds” “-65 seconds”
The hands point to “0 minute The hands point to “1 minute 5 36 seconds”. s e c o n d s”.
53 Checking and adjusting leap second setting 3 Turn the crown to adjust the setting if the leap second is not correct . • Adjustable range is from 0 to ‒90 seconds. 4 Push the crown in to position to finish the procedure .
54 Checking and adjusting the rollover number setting In order for this watch to correctly process the week information* received from the satellite, a rollover number for each time period is set. The rollover numbers are normally updated automatically. If the rollover number setting is incorrect, the time and date may not be indicated accurately. Check the rollover number setting and adjust it if it is incorrect.
* Called “Week number”. Weeks are represented with numbers from 0 to 1023 (approx. 20- year cycle).
55 Checking and adjusting the rollover number setting 1 Pull the crown out to position . The second hand points to 0 second. 2 Press and hold upper right button for 2 seconds or more . The second and minute hands indicate the leap second setting. 3 Press and hold the upper right button for 7 seconds or more . The second hand indicates the current rollover number setting. Rollover number 0 1 2 3 4 5
56 Checking and adjusting the rollover number setting 4 Turn the crown to adjust the setting if it is not correct . • Adjustable range is from “0” to “5”. • See the table below and set the correct rollover number. 5 Push the crown in to position to finish the procedure .
Time period (Coordinated Universal Time, GMT) Rollover number 22/8/1999 (Sun) 0:00 – 0 7/4/2019 (Sun) 0:00 – 1 21/11/2038 (Sun) 0:00 – 2 7/7/2058 (Sun) 0:00 – 3 20/2/2078 (Sun) 0:00 – 4 6/10/2097 (Sun) 0:00 – 22/5/2117 (Sat) 23:59 5
57 Adjusting the time and calendar manually • Execute world time setting (page 24) beforehand.
1 Pull the crown out to position . 2 Press and hold the upper right button until the second hand points to the 30 seconds position . 3 Pull the crown out to position . The second hand points to 0 second. 4 Press and release the lower right button repeatedly to change the hand/indication to be corrected . • Each time you press the button, the target changes as follows: Minute hand → hour hand → date → year/month → day → (back to the top) • The hands and indications slightly moves when selected to show they become adjustable.
58 Adjusting the time and calendar manually 5 Rotate the crown to adjust the hand/indication . • Year and month are indicated with the second hand. Set them referring to the next page. • The function hand rotates 5 times for each change of date. • When you rotate the crown quickly a few times, the hand/indication will move continuously. To stop the rapid movement, rotate the crown in either direction. 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 . 7 Push the crown in to position in accordance with a reliable time source to finish the procedure . The second hand starts moving from 0 second.
59 Adjusting the time and calendar manually Month and year indications Set the year and month with the position of the second hand.
“Month” corresponds to one of the 12 “Year” corresponds to the years since zones shown in the figure below. leap year and indicated with markers in Each number means month. the zone of each month.
Years since leap year: 0 (Leap year) 11 12 1 Years since leap year: 1 10 Years since leap year: 2 2 Years since leap year: 3 9
3 0 8 1 2 4 3 7 6 5
60 Adjusting the time and calendar manually Years since leap Actual year year Second hand position — 2016 2020 2024 0 (Leap year) Hour marker — 2017 2021 2025 1 1st min. marker — 2018 2022 2026 2 2nd min. marker 2015 2019 2023 2027 3 3rd min. marker Examples: Position of the second hand when setting September 2015 You can find that the years since leap year of 2015 is “3” from the table and the second hand must be set to the 3rd minute marker of September zone.
61 Checking and correcting the reference position If the time or calender is not shown correctly even after proper reception of the time signal, check whether the reference position is correct. • If the hands and indication do not reflect the correct reference position, the time and calendar will not be indicated accurately even if the satellite signal is received. What is the reference position? Correct reference positions The base position of all hands and calendar to properly indicate the various functions of this watch. • Position of the hour hand: 0 hour • Position of the minute hand: 0 minute • Position of the second hand: 0 second • Position of date: midway between 31 and 1 • Position of day: S (Sunday)
62 Checking and correcting the reference position 1 Pull the crown out to position . 2 Press and hold the lower right button for 4 seconds . The hands and date start to move to the current reference positions stored in memory. • Release the button as the hands start to move. • Some hands shows special movement to adjust their position. 3 Check the current reference position . Refer to the figure on the previous page. Push the crown in to position and press and Correct release the lower right button to finish the procedure. Wrong Proceed to step 4 in the next page and correct the reference position.
63 Checking and correcting the reference position 4 Press and release the lower right button . The function hands move slightly. 5 Press and release the lower right button repeatedly to change the hand/indication to be corrected . • Each time you press the button, the target changes as follows: Date/day → hour hand → minute hand → second hand → (back to the top) • The hands slightly moves when selected to show they become adjustable. 6 Rotate the crown to adjust the hand/indication . • When you rotate the crown quickly a few times, the hand/indication will move continuously. To stop the rapid movement, rotate the crown in either direction.
64 Checking and correcting the reference position 7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 . 8 Push the crown in to position . 9 Press and release the lower right button to finish the procedure . • The watch returns automatically to the time indication as about 2 minutes passed without any operation.
65 Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your watch, check the items below. Symptom Remedies Page Problems with satellite signal reception When the second hand moves once every two seconds, the watch cannot receive the signal. Charge 15 the watch.
Avoiding places where the satellite signal may be obstructed and objects which emit noise. Face the 51 Reception is dial towards the sky and start reception. unsuccessful. Remove the watch from your wrist and try again. − It may sometimes be difficult to receive the signal due to the influence of mobile telephone base 51 stations or transmission facilities. Move away from any base stations and transmission facilities.
66 Troubleshooting Symptom Remedies Page Problems with satellite signal reception (continued) Reception is If the remedies above do not solve the problems, unsuccessful. consult your nearest Customer Service Center. −
Check the world time setting. 24
Check the daylight saving time setting. 44
The correct time Execute leap second reception if the time and and calendar are calendar is still incorrect even after executing time 38 not indicated after reception. successful reception. Check and adjust the settings of leap second and 52,55 rollover number.
Check and correct the reference position. 62
67 Troubleshooting Symptom Remedies Page Movement of a hand seems strange
The power reserve is not Charging may be stopped (non-chargeable state). 21 indicated. Check it again at a location of suitable temperature. The second hand moves Charge the watch. 12 once every two seconds. The second hand does not Push the crown in to position . move. −
Push the crown in to position and press and 58 release the upper right button .
Charge the watch in direct sunlight until the 16 No hands move. second hand moves normally.
If the remedies above do not solve the problems, consult your nearest Customer Service Center. −
68 Troubleshooting Symptom Remedies Page Time/calendar is abnormal.
Check the world time setting. 24
Check the daylight saving time setting. 44 Receive the satellite signal to adjust the time and Time/calendar is incorrect. 34 calendar. Check and correct the reference position. 62
Adjust the time and calendar manually. 58
Time is incorrect even Check the daylight saving time setting. 44 though the world time setting is correct and Check and correct the leap second setting. 52,55 reception of the satellite signal succeeded. Check and correct the reference position. 62
69 Troubleshooting Symptom Remedies Page Charging and other problems If the surrounding temperature falls below 0°C (32°F) or exceeds 40°C (104°F), the “Charge suspension 13 temperature detection function” will activate and charging will not be possible. The watch does not work even though it is If the “Over discharge detection function” is activated, charged. charging is not possible. If the watch does not work after exposing the dial to direct sunlight for more than 14 one day, it is possible that the rechargeable cell has over discharged. Consult your nearest Customer Service Center.
70 Troubleshooting Symptom Remedies Page Charging and other problems (continued)
Charge the watch for 2 to 3 days in direct sunlight. If the second hand starts moving once every two seconds The watch stops the watch is being charged correctly. Continue charging immediately after it is even when the second hand starts moving normally. If − charged. no change can be seen, consult your nearest Customer Service Center.
71 Troubleshooting Resetting the watch — All Reset When the watch does not work properly, you can reset all the settings. If the power reserve is insufficient, charge the watch first.
Be sure to perform the following operations after All Reset. 1 .Correct the reference positions . After the All Reset, the watch is in the reference position adjustment mode. Refer to step 4 and after on page 64. 2 Set the world time . Obtaining location information: See page 24. When you set it manually, execute also time and calendar setting (page 34 or 58).
72 Troubleshooting 1 Pull the crown out to position . 2 Press and hold buttons and at the same time for 3 seconds or more and release them . As you release the buttons, the hands move slightly to indicate that reset completed. The setting values after All Reset Calendar January of leap year (5-second position) World time Time zone (offset) 0 (LON), London Daylight saving time OFF at all time zones Leap seconds No change after All Reset Rollover number
73 Eco-Drive watch handling precautions
CAUTION Recharging Precautions • Do not charge the watch at a high temperature (about 60°C (140°F) or higher) as doing so may cause the movement to malfunction. Examples: • Charging the watch too close to a light source which generates a large amount of heat such as an incandescent lamp or halogen lamp. * When charging under an incandescent lamp, be sure to leave 50 cm (20 inches) or more between the lamp and the watch to avoid exposing the watch to excessive heat. • Charging the watch in a location where the temperature may become extremely high such as on the dashboard of a vehicle. 74 Eco-Drive watch handling precautions
Indication Minor exposure Swimming and Operate the crown Name Specification to water (washing general washing Skin diving, Scuba diving Saturation diving or button when Dial or Case back face, rain, etc.) work marine sports using an air tank using helium gas the watch is wet Non water-resistant — Non water-resistant NO NO NO NO NO NO Everyday use water-resistant WATER RESIST Water-resistant to 3 atmospheres OK NO NO NO NO NO watch W. R. 5 bar Water-resistant to 5 atmospheres OK OK NO NO NO NO Upgraded everyday use water- Water-resistant to 10 or 20 resistant watch W. R. 10/20 bar OK OK OK NO NO NO atmospheres 76 Water resistance
• Upgraded water-resistance for daily use (to 5 atmospheres) means that the watch may be worn while swimming, but is not to worn while skin diving. • Upgraded water-resistance for daily use (to 10/20 atmospheres) means that the watch may be worn while skin diving, but not while scuba or saturated diving using helium gas.
Water-related use
Indication Minor exposure Swimming and Operate the crown Name Specification to water (washing general washing Skin diving, Scuba diving Saturation diving or button when Dial or Case back face, rain, etc.) work marine sports using an air tank using helium gas the watch is wet Non water-resistant — Non water-resistant NO NO NO NO NO NO Everyday use water-resistant WATER RESIST Water-resistant to 3 atmospheres OK NO NO NO NO NO watch W. R. 5 bar Water-resistant to 5 atmospheres OK OK NO NO NO NO Upgraded everyday use water- Water-resistant to 10 or 20 resistant watch W. R. 10/20 bar OK OK OK NO NO NO atmospheres 77 Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION To Avoid Injury • Be particularly careful when wearing your watch while holding a small child, to avoid injury. • Be particularly careful when engaged in strenuous exercise or work, to avoid injury to yourself and others. • Do not wear your watch while in a sauna or other location where your watch may become excessively hot, since there is the risk of burns. • Be careful when putting on and taking off your watch, since there is a risk of damaging your fingernails, depending on the manner in which the band is fastened. • Take off your watch before going to bed.
78 Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION Precautions • Always use the watch with the crown pushed in (normal position). If the crown is of the screw lock-type, make sure it is securely locked. • Do not operate the crown or any push buttons when the watch is wet. Water may enter the watch causing damage to vital components. • If water enters the watch or the watch fogs up and does not clear up even after a long time, consult your dealer or customer support center for inspection and/or repair. • Even if your watch has a high level of water resistance, please be careful of the following. - If your watch is immersed in sea water, rinse thoroughly with fresh water and wipe with a dry cloth. - Do not pour water from a tap directly onto your watch. - Take off your watch before taking a bath. • If seawater enters the watch, place the watch in a box or plastic bag and immediately take it in for repair. Otherwise, pressure inside the watch will increase, and parts (crystal, crown, push button, etc.) may come off.
79 Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION When Wearing Your Watch
80 CAUTION When Wearing Your Watch Precautionary(continued) items and usage limitations • Please request adjustment or repair of the band in the following cases: - You notice an abnormality with the band due to corrosion. - e pin of the band is protruding. • We recommend seeking the assistance of an experienced watch technician for sizing of your watch. If adjustment is not done correctly, the bracelet may unexpectedly become detached leading to loss of your watch or injury. Consult your nearest authorized Citizen service center.
81 Precautionary items and usage limitations • Avoid dropping the watch or subjecting it to other strong impact. It may cause malfunctions and/or performance deterioration as well as damage to the case and bracelet.
82 Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION Always Keep Your Watch Clean • Rotate the crown while it is pressed in fully and press the buttons periodically so they do not become stuck due to accumulations of foreign matter. • The case and band of the watch come into direct contact with the skin. Corrosion of the metal or accumulated foreign matter may result in black residue coming from the bracelet when exposed to moisture or perspiration. Be sure to keep your watch clean at all times. • Be sure to periodically clean the bracelet and case of your watch to remove accumulated dirt and foreign matter. In rare circumstances, accumulated dirt, foreign matter may cause irritation with the skin. If you notice this, discontinue wearing the watch and consult your physician. • Be sure to periodically clean foreign matter and accumulated materials from the metal band, synthetic rubber strap (polyurethane) and/or metal case using a soft brush and mild soap. Be careful not to allow moisture on the case if your watch is not water resistant. • Leather bands may become discolored by perspiration or dirt. Always keep your leather band clean by wiping with a dry cloth.
83 Precautionary items and usage limitations Caring for Your Watch • Wipe any dirt or moisture such as perspiration from the case and crystal with a soft cloth. • For metallic, plastic or synthetic rubber (polyurethane) band, clean it with soap and a soft toothbrush. Be sure to thoroughly rinse the band after cleaning to remove any soap residue. • For a leather band, wipe off dirt using a dry cloth. • If you will not be using your watch for an extended period of time, carefully wipe off any perspiration, dirt or moisture and store in a proper location, avoiding locations subject to excessively high or low temperatures and high humidity.
84 Caring for Your Watch • Wipe any dirt or moisture such as perspiration from the case and crystal with a soft cloth. • For metallic, plastic or synthetic rubber (polyurethane) band, clean it with soap and a soft toothbrush. Be sure to thoroughly rinse the band after cleaning to remove any soap residue. • For a leather band, wipe off dirt using a dry cloth. • If you will not be using your watch for an extended period of time, carefully wipe off any perspiration, dirt or moisture and store in a proper location, avoiding locations subject to excessively high or low temperatures and high humidity.Precautionary items and usage limitations
85 Specifications
Model F150 Type Analog solar-powered watch Timekeeping accuracy Average monthly accuracy: ±5 seconds when worn at normal operating (without reception) temperatures between +5°C (41°F) and +35°C (95°F) Operating temperature range ‒10°C (14°F) to +60°C (140°F) • Time: Hours, minutes, seconds • Power reserve: 5 levels Display functions • Calendar: Date, day • Power generation amount: 7 levels • When fully charged, the watch runs without additional charging Maximum run time in normal use: Approximately 2 years from full charge (When saving power: Approximately 7 years) • Power reserve upon insufficient charge warning function: Approximately 5 days Battery Rechargeable cell (lithium button cell), 1pc.
86 Specifications
• Solar power function • Confirming reception status • Overcharging prevention function (RX-TME/RX-GPS) • Insufficient charge warning function • Indicating the result of the last (two-second interval movement) reception (OK/NO) • Over discharge detection function • World time (40 time zones (27 • Charge suspension temperature place names)) detection function • Daylight saving time (SMT ON/ • Uncharged state indication function OFF) Additional • Power reserve indication (in five • Perpetual calendar functions levels) (until February 28th, 2100) • Light-Level Indicator (power • Antimagnetic feature/ generation amount indication Impact detection function/ function in seven levels) Automatic hand correction function • Power save function (for hour, minute and second hands) • Satellite signal reception function • Location information obtainment function
Specifications and contents of this booklet are subject to change without prior notice. 87 European Union directives conformance statement
Hereby, CITIZEN WATCH CO.,LTD. declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directive 1999/5/EC and all other relevant EU directives. You can find your product’s Declaration of Conformity at “http://www.citizenwatch-global.com/ ”. Model No.CC30＊ Cal.F150 CTZ-A8183